Module based building system

ABSTRACT

Building system for utilising in vertical direction of an existing volume for example in mountain halls, hangars or free standing. The builidng system comprises in combination a number of pillars ( 6 ) constructed as vertical bearing elements, preferably having a quadratic cross-section, and with a lower termination in the form of a plate ( 8 ) or similar element for increased stability and weight distribution. Furthermore, a number of main beams ( 5 ) are provided, constructed as horizontal beating elements, for connection to the upper termination of the pillars ( 6 ), and a number of secondary beams ( 7 ) constructed for connection between two main beams ( 5 ). A deck in the form of substantially plane elements ( 4 ), for example arranged as gratings, is supported against the secondary beams ( 7 ), and forming a basis for storing objects such as pallets, containers, vehicles, etc.

Present invention concerns a module based building system, according tothe introductory part of patent claim 1.

In connection to novel use of existing buildings, such as mountainhalls, hangars etc., there is a need for a better exploitation of theavailable volume. For example, this can be solved by using previouslyknown shelves or shelf systems, or other solutions where the object tobe stored is lifted up on a bearing construction.

There are also different kinds of ramp solutions, where, for example,vehicles can be driven up on ramps and a number thereof can be stored inthe height direction.

Existing solution for exploitation of rooms having a relatively largeheight to the ceiling, have, however, a number of disadvantaged. Shelfsystems give a limited possibility for storing different objects, andexisting ramp solutions are not very flexible.

Thus, there is a need for providing a module based building system,which in a simple way can be mounted and dismounted according to needs,form a consecutive area having bearing ability for vehicles, and,furthermore, can be transported in standard containers.

The object of present invention is met by a device as stated in thecharacterising part of patent claim 1. Further feature are clear fromthe following dependent claims.

In the following, the invention shall be described more in detail, bymeans of a preferred example of embodiment, and with reference to theenclosed drawings, where

FIG. 1 shows a first example of a construction of a mezzanine,comprising a module based building system according to a presentinvention,

FIG. 2 shows a mezzanine module, witch is a part of present invention,

FIG. 3 shows an exploded drawing of the mezzanine module from FIG. 2,

FIG. 4 shows a first, preferred embodiment of a connection to a pillar,which is a part of present invention,

FIG. 5 shows a pillar top, used in FIG. 4,

FIG. 6 shows a first, preferred embodiment of a connection forcrossbeams, according to present invention,

FIG. 7 shows a bracket used in the example in FIG. 6,

FIG. 8 shows second embodiment of a connection for a crossbeam inpresent invention,

FIG. 9 shows a second embodiment of a connection to a pillar, accordingto present invention,

FIG. 10 shows a stairway module according to present invention,

FIG. 11 shows a ramp module according to present invention,

FIG. 12 shows the fastening of a cross leg,

FIG. 13 shows a handrail for use according to present invention,

FIG. 14 shows how the different elements can be stored in a standardcontainer,

FIG. 15 shows a second example of building of a mezzanine according topresent invention, and

FIG. 16 shows a third example of building of a mezzanine according topresent invention.

In FIG. 1 is shown an example of building of a module based buildingsystem according to present invention, comprising a mezzanine, generallydenoted 1. The mezzanine 1 comprises a number of mezzanine modules 2, inthe example is shown two vehicles 3, carried on the deck which is formedon the mezzanine.

FIG. 2 shows a simple mezzanine module 2. It comprises a deck 4, whichfor example can be formed by a grating, or a different useful structure.Furthermore are situated bearing main beams 5, forming a bearing frame,and being connected to vertical pillars 6. Between two paired oppositebeams 6 are situated a number of secondary beams 7, for further supportof the deck 4.

From the exploded drawing in FIG. 3 is clear that the main beams 5 areformed by double beam profiles. Furthermore, it is shown in the drawingthat the pillars 6 in this example are provided with pillar footing 8,for giving greater stability and better weight distribution towards thefloor. FIG. 4 shows how the main beams are connected to the pillar in apreferred embodiment. On the pillar 6 is situated a pillar top 9,forming connection for the main beams 5. The pillar top 9 is shown morein detail in FIG. 5. It comprises a sleeve 10 having a quadratic crosssection, fitted on the pillar 6. Outwardly extended brackets 11 areconnected to the sleeve 10, being equipped with holes 12 for connectionof main beams 5. The bracket 11 are extending perpendicularly on each ofthe areas of the sleeve 10, and in the longitudinal direction of saidsleeves. A plate 13 is connected to the top, forming a stop when thesleeve 10 is fitted down on to the pillar 6.

FIG. 6 shows a preferred embodiment of a bracket 13 for connection ofsecondary beams 7 to the main beam 5. The bracket 13 is shown more indetail in FIG. 7, and comprises a plate part 14 having a number ofconnection holes 15 for connection to a secondary beam 7. In thisexample is shown four connection holes 15. At one end of the plate part14 are situated upper and lower angular connection 16 and 17. Theangular connections 16, 17 are equipped with connection hole forconnection between the two beams forming a main beam 5.

FIG. 8 shows the second example of embodiment of angular bracket 18, forconnection of the secondary beam 7 to the main beam 5. The angularbracket 18 has a profile corresponding to the profile of the main beam 5and the secondary beam 7.

FIG. 9 shows a second example of connection of two main beams 5 to thepillar 6. In this embodiment, a lower bearing bracket 19 is connected tothe pillar 6 and to a main beam 5.

Preferably, the main beams 5 are also connected to the pillar 6 by meansof an upper connection link 20.

In FIG. 10 is shown a stairway module 21, comprising a stairway 22 and ahandrail 23. FIG. 11 shows ramp module 24, comprising six pillars 6,having interconnected main beams 5 and a rear hinged driveway 25. Thedriveway 25 comprises two main beams 5, a number of secondary beams 7,and a deck 4. The driveway 25 can for example be lifted and lowered bymeans of a forklift. In order to create an even passage to the driveway25, a driving block 26 is laid or connected in the front of the driveway25. The driveway can also be equipped with an inspection lid (notshown), so that the ramp module can be used as a greasing bay forvehicles.

FIG. 12 shows how stiffening of the individual mezzanine modules 2 canbe performed by means of a leg 27, connected to upper and lower end oftwo opposite pillars 6.

FIG. 13 shows a handrail 23, connected to the main beam 5 by means ofhandrail connection 28. The handrail connection 28 comprises twoupwardly extending pins 29, for reception of the handrail 23.

The module based building system according to present invention isconstructed for simple mounting/dismounting, and simple transport. InFIG. 14 is shown a standard 20″ container 30, for keeping, andoptionally storing, the individual components which are parts in presentbuilding system. In dismounted condition, the length of the individualcomponents are adapted so that the storing capacity in such a container30 is utilised in the best possible way.

In FIG. 15 is shown an example of use of the module based buildingsystem according to present invention. The figure shows an arrangement31, which for example can be built as mezzanine in a mountain hall,hangar, or similar. As is clear from the drawing, there are space forstoring both below and above the bearing area.

FIG. 16 shows an embodiment where the module based building systemaccording to present invention is mounted as a free-standingconstruction 32, and where roof beams 33 are connected to the mezzaninesurface in a per se known manner. The construction 32 can for example belined with a roof of plastic, in order to achieve a plastic hall onpillars, which also has storing capacity below floor level.

It is also possible in a simple way to build the system in severalfloors, for example by the pillar top shown in FIG. 5 being arranged indouble length.

1. A modular building system comprising in combination a number ofpillars constructed as vertical bearing elements, each having across-section, and a lower termination in the form of a plate forincreased stability and weight distribution, a number of main beamsdesigned as horizontal bearing elements, for connection to upperterminations of the pillars, a number of secondary beams designed forconnection between and perpendicular to two main beams; a deck in theform of substantially planar elements, arranged as gratings for supportby the secondary beams and for forming a basis for storing objects; eachof the main beams comprising two adjoining secondary beams connectedside-by-side to each other; a connection plate secured between each mainbeam and one of the secondary beams; and a pillar top comprising alongitudinal sleeve having a cross section corresponding to thecross-section of the pillars and which slides onto the top end of thepillar, the main beams being connected to the pillar tops.
 2. (canceled)3. The building system according to claim 1, characterised in that,plurality of brackets extend from the longitudinal sleeve of the pillartop, the brackets being provided with holes for connection between theadjoining parts of the main beams.
 4. The building system according toclaim 1, characterised in that each of the pillar tops at its upper endis equipped with a fixed plate for contact with the top end of one ofthe pillars.
 5. The building system according to claim 1, characterisedin that each of the connection plates comprises a plate part, having anumber of connection holes for connection to one of the secondary beams,and upper and lower angular connections on a first end of the platepart, equipped with connection holes for connection between the twosecondary beams forming a main beam.